On August 21st, residents and visitors to the
United States will have an opportunity to witness a solar eclipse as the moon
traverses across the sun, casting a shadow on the earth’s surface and obscuring
portions of the sun. Many will have the incredible opportunity to see a full
solar eclipse as the moon obscures 100% of the sun for a few minutes. Asheville
lies in a unique location, as 99% of the sun will be obscured. During the
Science Pub presentation, Christi will educate attendees on how eclipses occur,
what to expect during the day of the eclipse, and how to take proper
precautions when viewing this celestial event.

In Asheville, NC observers will witness a 99% total solar
eclipse. To celebrate on August 21st, AMOS will be co-hosting the Asheville Solar Eclipse
Festival in Pack Square from 12pm-3pm with Asheville
City Schools, Buncombe County
Schools, UNC Asheville, the828.com, and Mix 96.5. Asheville Solar Eclipse
Festival goers will be able to witness this incredible celestial event while
cooling off in the Splashville fountain, enjoying great food, listening to fun
music, and participating in hands-on activities led by local organizations,
including The Collider. Eye wear for safe eclipse viewing will be
available and distributed, until supplies run out. For those living outside of
downtown, Buncombe County Schools will be hosting three satellite viewing
locations- Owen High School, North Buncombe High School, and TC Roberson High
School.

Armed with the knowledge presented by Christi, Science Pub
attendees will be prepared to share this incredible scientific phenomenon with
friends, co-workers, and family. The program takes place at The Collider in
downtown Asheville, on the top floor of the Wells Fargo building at 1 Haywood
St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for lite bites provided by Ingles Markets, and beverages
provided by Asheville Brewing Alliance;
the program begins at 6:30p.m.

This is the fourth year AMOS has collaborated with local
scientists and breweries to present the Science Pub series. The Collider, an
innovation center for climate solutions, is partnering with the museum to
co-host the 2017 series. The two nonprofit organizations are located in the
same building; AMOS on the ground floor at 43 Patton Ave., and The Collider on
the top floor, overlooking Pritchard Park.